Project Engineer I - Automation

Project Engineer I - Automation

Job Description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories provides complete power system protection, control, monitoring, automation, security and integration for utilities and industries worldwide. We are looking for Project Engineer - Automation to provide technical support to customers and join our team! A successful candidate must develop a technical proposal and estimation sheet for SPS solution (LSS/GCS/Microgrid/RAS), capable of reading and understanding the RFQ and Tender documents, well familiar with GCS coding, Microgrid controller and RAS coding, Master in Codsys/IEC61131, able to mentor the automation engineers to continue developing their skills in coding and design documents, lead and perform the GCS Project pre-commissioning and Commissioning activities and must hold excellent knowledge to execute all SPS projects. This is your chance to build your career with a global leader and innovator in the power protection industry.

As a Project Engineer - Automation a typical day might include the following:

1. Possessing, understanding, and applying the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of power system automation and related SEL products
2. Training and assisting customers with the creation, design, configuration, validation, installation, commissioning, and operation of automation systems
3. Preparing and maintaining detailed design documents, reports, checklists, test reports, and deliverables
4. Participating in the preparation of functional design specifications
5. Leading in assigning, completing, and implementing work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget to a high level of quality and safety

This job might be for you if:

1. Possess a B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline
2. Have an interest in electric power systems and protective relay applications
3. Are open to travel both domestically and internationally at least 40%
4. Want to gain experience with power transmission, distribution, or generation systems
5. Are interested in expanding your knowledge by learning new skills and assuming new responsibilities to grow into the role of an independent engineer
6. Enjoy working cooperatively in a team environment

Location

Saudi Arabia - Khobar

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

We provide and take care of our employees with outstanding benefits, competitive pay, challenging work, and a rewarding career.

• Top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Varied leave plans like annual leaves, sick leaves, parental leaves etc. to maintain a healthy life balance
• Yearly flight tickets to home country for expat employees and their family members based on their eligibility
• Developmental programs like tuition assistance, internships, skill development courses and engineering development programs (EDP).
• Wellbeing benefits like free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and reimbursable yearly gym membership
• International Travel Medical and Security Assistance to assist our traveling employees and accompanying family members worldwide
• Additional compensation for working on customer sites in the field based on eligibility

Pay Range Data

We base our starting pay offer on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills

Communication with Applicants

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.